In a selfless act, one player opined that he wished it was him who was traded instead because he means a lot less to the franchise. In the days after the trade, reports emerged that Steve Kerr was teary when he informed his players that they had been traded, and dealing Wiggins away was especially tough.

The Golden State Warriors have looked like a brand-new team since acquiring Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat, boasting a 12-2 record since his acquisition, and

The Warriors’ blockbuster trade to acquire Jimmy Butler at this year’s deadline struck players emotionally after realizing what they had to give up for the six-time NBA All-Star. The move included parting ways with fan and team favorite Andrew Wiggins,